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- From Izmir on the Bernina Express, a European Fairytale Tour with Turkish Airlines Special Flight, 6 nights, Milan outbound – Milan return || 16318||20781
From Izmir on the Bernina Express, a European Fairytale Tour with Turkish Airlines Special Flight, 6 nights, Milan outbound – Milan return || 16318||20781
IZMIR – MILAN – (Boat Tour to Portofino) – NICE
After completing your luggage check-in, ticket, and passport control procedures at Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport International Terminal, please arrive 3 hours before your flight. We will take a direct and special flight (TK3451) with Turkish Airlines to Milan at 03:25. We will arrive at Milan Malpensa Airport at 05:25 local time. After our arrival, we will start our city tour of Milan with our private vehicle. As one of Europe’s fashion capitals, Milan is also known for its cuisine, opera, and churches. While recognized as Italy's business and finance capital, it’s also a great place for shopping and dining. During our city tour, we will visit major sights such as the famous opera house La Scala, the Duomo Square and Cathedral, and Porta Romana. After the Milan city tour, we will start our journey to Nice. On the way, guests who wish can join the optional Boat Tour to Portofino (65 Euro). Portofino, surrounded by colorful houses, has inspired many songs with its beauty. Its narrow streets, colorful houses, green hills, and the turquoise Mediterranean create a stunning view that captivates visitors. After our visit to Portofino, we will head to Nice. Upon arrival at our hotel in the Nice area, we will check into our rooms and have free time to rest.
NICE – (Cannes & Nice Tour) – (Eze & Monaco & Monte Carlo Tour)
After breakfast, we offer a full day of free time. During this free time, guests who wish can join the optional Cannes & Nice Tour (70 Euro). We will first move to Cannes, famous for hosting the annual Cannes Film Festival, boasting a sparkling sea and golden sandy beaches. During our city tour in Cannes, we will see the old city, the first settlement of the town, while walking through the narrow, winding, traffic-free streets where we will have the chance to see and shop in souvenir shops. After exploring La Croissette Boulevard and Meynadier Street, which host many luxury restaurants, shops, and hotels along the Cannes coast, we will have free time. Following this, we will arrive in Nice. In our Nice tour, we will visit Promenade des Anglais street, Nice Port, Massena Square, Flower Market, and the Palace of Justice among other sights. After our Nice tour, guests who wish can join the optional Eze & Monaco & Monte Carlo Tour (80 Euro). Our first stop will be Eze Village, one of the most famous villages of Cote d’Azur, where we will visit a perfume factory where you can test and buy beautiful and famous perfumes at reasonable prices. After this visit, we will move to Monaco, the world's smallest state after the Vatican, which is known for luxury and grandeur. We will have a panoramic city tour in Monte Carlo. After our tour, we will return to our hotel in the Nice area.
NICE – (Annecy Tour) – GENEVA
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will head to Geneva. During our journey, we offer guests who wish to join the optional Annecy Tour (50 Euro) against the backdrop of the magnificent natural scenery, with views of Mont Blanc, the peak of the Alps at the common borders of France, Switzerland, and Italy. Known as "the Venice of the Alps" for its canals, Annecy will enchant visitors with its unique structure and location between the mountains and the lake. During our visit to Annecy, we will see several attractions, including the Chateau d’Annecy, which was built in the 17th century and restored in 1947, St. Maurice Church, and Palais de l’Isle, a popular spot for photographers. After some free time on the shores of Lake Annecy, we will complete our tour and continue to Geneva. Upon arrival at our hotel in Geneva, we will check into our rooms and have free time to rest.
GENEVA – (By Train to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Tour) – BERN – ALSACE / BASEL
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will conduct our city tour. Known as "the French side of Switzerland" and located on the shores of Lake Geneva, Geneva is a city where history, culture, science, and nature come together. With many international organizations (CERN, World Health Organization, UEFA, FIFA, United Nations) headquartered here, Geneva is a cultural and administrative hub. During our tour, we will visit main attractions including St. Pierre Cathedral, the Jet d’Eau fountain, which has become a symbol of Geneva towering up to 140 meters, and the Reformation Monument. After the city tour, we will head towards Bern. Upon arrival in Bern, guests who wish can join the optional By Train to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Tour (80 Euro). Our first visit will be to Interlaken. Known for its natural beauty and stunning scenery, Interlaken is located between Lake Brienz and Lake Thun, which is why it’s called "inter-lakes." During our tour we will walk through the important hotels, casinos, and shopping streets in the region. We will see the historical symbol of the city, Victoria Jungfrau Hotel, and Höhematte Park panoramically. After some free time for photography and exploration, we will proceed to Lauterbrunnen via the train station. After about a 20-minute train ride from Interlaken to Lauterbrunnen, we will experience the deep structure of the valley and the steep rock walls as we exit the station. While walking towards the village center, we will see the magnificent structure of Staubbach Falls, which cascades into the valley below, and we will have the chance to take photos. Lauterbrunnen, with small settlements and walking paths along the valley that hosts 72 waterfalls, is famous for its natural formations resembling paradise. Our tour will continue by walking through the village along set routes, where we will capture the traditional chalet architecture and the breathtaking natural scenery surrounding the valley. After returning to Interlaken by train, we will complete our tour and return to Bern for a city tour. Bern is one of the only cities in Europe that has remained unspoiled since the Middle Ages. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its historic fabric and is situated within Switzerland, which has the German language as its official language. In Bern, settled around the Aare River, we will conduct our tour before heading to our hotel in the Alsace / Basel region. Upon arrival at the hotel, we will check into our rooms and have free time to rest.
ALSACE / BASEL – (Alsace Pearls: Colmar & Riquewihr Tour) – STRASBOURG – FREIBURG – ALSACE / BASEL
After breakfast, we will head towards Strasbourg. Along the way, guests who wish can join the optional Alsace Pearls: Colmar & Riquewihr Tour (80 Euro). During our tour, we will first travel to Colmar, a fairy-tale land, where we will see the Old Custom House, the Pfister House, and the most famous area of the city, Petite Venise (Little Venice) surrounded by colorful houses along the Rhine River. You will have the opportunity to taste delicious food and buy many souvenirs in this unique setting surrounded by the Rhine River and canals. Then we will continue our journey to Riquewihr, renowned for its vine-covered regions, flowered balconies, charming shops, pedestrian-friendly cobblestone streets, buildings surviving World War II relatively unscathed, and cafés, including the Dolder Museum, which carries the story of the city to the present with its documents. After our visit in Riquewihr, we will proceed to Strasbourg. Located at the borders of Germany, Switzerland, and France and also the largest city in Alsace, Strasbourg will greet us like a picture from a fairy tale. Taken into the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1988 and has hosted the European Parliament since 1992, the center of Strasbourg, closed to vehicle traffic, will be the site of our panoramic city tour on foot; we will visit Gutenberg Square and its statue, Notre Dame Cathedral, the most important structure in the city, and the Kammerzell house, which is the oldest house in the city and continues to serve as a hotel and restaurant. After the Strasbourg tour, we will have free time before heading to Freiburg, known as one of the most significant examples of green urbanism. Since 2010, only low-carbon vehicles are allowed in the city, and transportation is mainly provided by tram and bicycles in Freiburg, a city of happy people. During our Freiburg city tour, we will see historical and architectural influences from Germany, France, Austria, Spain, and Sweden throughout history. We will see Freiburg Cathedral, charming streets with only Freiburg’s small water channels, Martin St. Gate from the Middle Ages, and Rathausplatz. After the tour, we will return to our hotel in the Alsace / Basel region.
ALSACE / BASEL – HEIDI'S VILLAGES – ST. MORITZ – BERNINA EXPRESS / RED TRAIN – MILAN
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will start our unforgettable and enchanting train journey on the Bernina railway line. We will experience the breathtaking landscapes, reminiscent of the happy memories our childhood character Heidi, who lived in the Alps with her grandfather and best friend Peter, evokes. Following a panoramic journey against the stunning backdrop of Heidi's Villages, we will head to St. Moritz, a natural wonder in Switzerland and a favorite destination for the jet set. Upon arrival in St. Moritz, we will have free time and a brief tour of the area, depending on the train departure time for the Bernina Express / Red Train, which will take us on an unforgettable and enchanting train journey through the UNESCO World Heritage Bernina railway line. Established between 1898 and 1904, this world-renowned line has been dreamed of by many travelers. During our fairy-tale journey, we will witness extraordinary views and have the chance to take photos. After approximately a 2-hour pleasant train ride, we will arrive at Tirano Station and head to our hotel in the Milan region with our vehicle. Check into our rooms and enjoy leisure time to rest.
MILAN – OUTLET – (Como Tour)
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will head to the Milan Outlet, where we can find products from renowned brands at affordable prices. After a pleasant shopping experience in this well-known outlet center, which hosts prestigious stores, cafes, restaurants, and many personal activity areas, we will depart for our flight from Milan Malpensa Airport. On the way, guests who wish can join the optional Como Tour (50 Euro). Como, located in the Lombardy region, stands out with its historical structures and organized city layout. Its city squares, cathedral, and shoreline offer visitors an easily accessible area for exploration. Lake Como is one of Italy's most famous lakes, complemented by hills, lakeside settlements, and organized transportation routes in the region. The lakeside is a year-round popular site, offering a balanced view between the city and nature. During our visit to Como & Lake Como, we will first reach Como city center to see the cathedral area, squares, and shoreline from the outside. Then we will have free time along the lake, where visitors can stroll, take photos, or explore the surroundings. After the free time, we will complete our tour by continuing our journey to Malpensa Airport.
MILAN – IZMIR
Upon arrival at the airport, we will complete the luggage check-in, check-in, and passport control procedures before departing for Izmir with Turkish Airlines' direct flight TK3450 at 01:00. We will arrive at Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport at 04:45, concluding our tour.
After completing your luggage check-in, ticket, and passport control procedures at Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport International Terminal, please arrive 3 hours before your flight. We will take a direct and special flight (TK3451) with Turkish Airlines to Milan at 03:25. We will arrive at Milan Malpensa Airport at 05:25 local time. After our arrival, we will start our city tour of Milan with our private vehicle. As one of Europe’s fashion capitals, Milan is also known for its cuisine, opera, and churches. While recognized as Italy's business and finance capital, it’s also a great place for shopping and dining. During our city tour, we will visit major sights such as the famous opera house La Scala, the Duomo Square and Cathedral, and Porta Romana. After the Milan city tour, we will start our journey to Nice. On the way, guests who wish can join the optional Boat Tour to Portofino (65 Euro). Portofino, surrounded by colorful houses, has inspired many songs with its beauty. Its narrow streets, colorful houses, green hills, and the turquoise Mediterranean create a stunning view that captivates visitors. After our visit to Portofino, we will head to Nice. Upon arrival at our hotel in the Nice area, we will check into our rooms and have free time to rest.
NICE – (Cannes & Nice Tour) – (Eze & Monaco & Monte Carlo Tour)
After breakfast, we offer a full day of free time. During this free time, guests who wish can join the optional Cannes & Nice Tour (70 Euro). We will first move to Cannes, famous for hosting the annual Cannes Film Festival, boasting a sparkling sea and golden sandy beaches. During our city tour in Cannes, we will see the old city, the first settlement of the town, while walking through the narrow, winding, traffic-free streets where we will have the chance to see and shop in souvenir shops. After exploring La Croissette Boulevard and Meynadier Street, which host many luxury restaurants, shops, and hotels along the Cannes coast, we will have free time. Following this, we will arrive in Nice. In our Nice tour, we will visit Promenade des Anglais street, Nice Port, Massena Square, Flower Market, and the Palace of Justice among other sights. After our Nice tour, guests who wish can join the optional Eze & Monaco & Monte Carlo Tour (80 Euro). Our first stop will be Eze Village, one of the most famous villages of Cote d’Azur, where we will visit a perfume factory where you can test and buy beautiful and famous perfumes at reasonable prices. After this visit, we will move to Monaco, the world's smallest state after the Vatican, which is known for luxury and grandeur. We will have a panoramic city tour in Monte Carlo. After our tour, we will return to our hotel in the Nice area.
NICE – (Annecy Tour) – GENEVA
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will head to Geneva. During our journey, we offer guests who wish to join the optional Annecy Tour (50 Euro) against the backdrop of the magnificent natural scenery, with views of Mont Blanc, the peak of the Alps at the common borders of France, Switzerland, and Italy. Known as "the Venice of the Alps" for its canals, Annecy will enchant visitors with its unique structure and location between the mountains and the lake. During our visit to Annecy, we will see several attractions, including the Chateau d’Annecy, which was built in the 17th century and restored in 1947, St. Maurice Church, and Palais de l’Isle, a popular spot for photographers. After some free time on the shores of Lake Annecy, we will complete our tour and continue to Geneva. Upon arrival at our hotel in Geneva, we will check into our rooms and have free time to rest.
GENEVA – (By Train to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Tour) – BERN – ALSACE / BASEL
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will conduct our city tour. Known as "the French side of Switzerland" and located on the shores of Lake Geneva, Geneva is a city where history, culture, science, and nature come together. With many international organizations (CERN, World Health Organization, UEFA, FIFA, United Nations) headquartered here, Geneva is a cultural and administrative hub. During our tour, we will visit main attractions including St. Pierre Cathedral, the Jet d’Eau fountain, which has become a symbol of Geneva towering up to 140 meters, and the Reformation Monument. After the city tour, we will head towards Bern. Upon arrival in Bern, guests who wish can join the optional By Train to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Tour (80 Euro). Our first visit will be to Interlaken. Known for its natural beauty and stunning scenery, Interlaken is located between Lake Brienz and Lake Thun, which is why it’s called "inter-lakes." During our tour we will walk through the important hotels, casinos, and shopping streets in the region. We will see the historical symbol of the city, Victoria Jungfrau Hotel, and Höhematte Park panoramically. After some free time for photography and exploration, we will proceed to Lauterbrunnen via the train station. After about a 20-minute train ride from Interlaken to Lauterbrunnen, we will experience the deep structure of the valley and the steep rock walls as we exit the station. While walking towards the village center, we will see the magnificent structure of Staubbach Falls, which cascades into the valley below, and we will have the chance to take photos. Lauterbrunnen, with small settlements and walking paths along the valley that hosts 72 waterfalls, is famous for its natural formations resembling paradise. Our tour will continue by walking through the village along set routes, where we will capture the traditional chalet architecture and the breathtaking natural scenery surrounding the valley. After returning to Interlaken by train, we will complete our tour and return to Bern for a city tour. Bern is one of the only cities in Europe that has remained unspoiled since the Middle Ages. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its historic fabric and is situated within Switzerland, which has the German language as its official language. In Bern, settled around the Aare River, we will conduct our tour before heading to our hotel in the Alsace / Basel region. Upon arrival at the hotel, we will check into our rooms and have free time to rest.
ALSACE / BASEL – (Alsace Pearls: Colmar & Riquewihr Tour) – STRASBOURG – FREIBURG – ALSACE / BASEL
After breakfast, we will head towards Strasbourg. Along the way, guests who wish can join the optional Alsace Pearls: Colmar & Riquewihr Tour (80 Euro). During our tour, we will first travel to Colmar, a fairy-tale land, where we will see the Old Custom House, the Pfister House, and the most famous area of the city, Petite Venise (Little Venice) surrounded by colorful houses along the Rhine River. You will have the opportunity to taste delicious food and buy many souvenirs in this unique setting surrounded by the Rhine River and canals. Then we will continue our journey to Riquewihr, renowned for its vine-covered regions, flowered balconies, charming shops, pedestrian-friendly cobblestone streets, buildings surviving World War II relatively unscathed, and cafés, including the Dolder Museum, which carries the story of the city to the present with its documents. After our visit in Riquewihr, we will proceed to Strasbourg. Located at the borders of Germany, Switzerland, and France and also the largest city in Alsace, Strasbourg will greet us like a picture from a fairy tale. Taken into the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1988 and has hosted the European Parliament since 1992, the center of Strasbourg, closed to vehicle traffic, will be the site of our panoramic city tour on foot; we will visit Gutenberg Square and its statue, Notre Dame Cathedral, the most important structure in the city, and the Kammerzell house, which is the oldest house in the city and continues to serve as a hotel and restaurant. After the Strasbourg tour, we will have free time before heading to Freiburg, known as one of the most significant examples of green urbanism. Since 2010, only low-carbon vehicles are allowed in the city, and transportation is mainly provided by tram and bicycles in Freiburg, a city of happy people. During our Freiburg city tour, we will see historical and architectural influences from Germany, France, Austria, Spain, and Sweden throughout history. We will see Freiburg Cathedral, charming streets with only Freiburg’s small water channels, Martin St. Gate from the Middle Ages, and Rathausplatz. After the tour, we will return to our hotel in the Alsace / Basel region.
ALSACE / BASEL – HEIDI'S VILLAGES – ST. MORITZ – BERNINA EXPRESS / RED TRAIN – MILAN
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will start our unforgettable and enchanting train journey on the Bernina railway line. We will experience the breathtaking landscapes, reminiscent of the happy memories our childhood character Heidi, who lived in the Alps with her grandfather and best friend Peter, evokes. Following a panoramic journey against the stunning backdrop of Heidi's Villages, we will head to St. Moritz, a natural wonder in Switzerland and a favorite destination for the jet set. Upon arrival in St. Moritz, we will have free time and a brief tour of the area, depending on the train departure time for the Bernina Express / Red Train, which will take us on an unforgettable and enchanting train journey through the UNESCO World Heritage Bernina railway line. Established between 1898 and 1904, this world-renowned line has been dreamed of by many travelers. During our fairy-tale journey, we will witness extraordinary views and have the chance to take photos. After approximately a 2-hour pleasant train ride, we will arrive at Tirano Station and head to our hotel in the Milan region with our vehicle. Check into our rooms and enjoy leisure time to rest.
MILAN – OUTLET – (Como Tour)
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will head to the Milan Outlet, where we can find products from renowned brands at affordable prices. After a pleasant shopping experience in this well-known outlet center, which hosts prestigious stores, cafes, restaurants, and many personal activity areas, we will depart for our flight from Milan Malpensa Airport. On the way, guests who wish can join the optional Como Tour (50 Euro). Como, located in the Lombardy region, stands out with its historical structures and organized city layout. Its city squares, cathedral, and shoreline offer visitors an easily accessible area for exploration. Lake Como is one of Italy's most famous lakes, complemented by hills, lakeside settlements, and organized transportation routes in the region. The lakeside is a year-round popular site, offering a balanced view between the city and nature. During our visit to Como & Lake Como, we will first reach Como city center to see the cathedral area, squares, and shoreline from the outside. Then we will have free time along the lake, where visitors can stroll, take photos, or explore the surroundings. After the free time, we will complete our tour by continuing our journey to Malpensa Airport.
MILAN – IZMIR
Upon arrival at the airport, we will complete the luggage check-in, check-in, and passport control procedures before departing for Izmir with Turkish Airlines' direct flight TK3450 at 01:00. We will arrive at Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport at 04:45, concluding our tour.
What's Included
- Turkish Airlines round trip ticket from Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) – Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) with direct and special flights,
- Airport taxes and service fees,
- In-flight refreshments,
- Total of 6 nights accommodation with breakfast in hotels of the specified category,
- Airport / Hotel / Airport transfers and intercity transfers,
- Panoramic city tours and/or surrounding area excursions in Geneva, Bern, Strasbourg, Freiburg, St Moritz, and Milan,
- BERNINA EXPRESS / RED TRAIN train journey,
- Milano Outlet Tour,
- Turkish-speaking guide services,
- TURSAB Professional Liability Insurance
Not Included
- Visa fee and service charge
- International departure tax
- Any hotel extras and personal expenses,
- Business Class ticket difference (850 Euro per person round trip)
- Domestic connecting flight ticket,
- Lunch and dinner,
- Optional extra tours and excursions listed/not listed in the program,
- (Mandatory) Hotel city accommodation and city entry taxes (50 Euro)
- (Optional) Driver tips (10 Euro)
